TEACHING ASSOCIATE – CARDIAC ACUTE CARE SERVICE NURSE PRACTITIONER OR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (NIGHTS)

The Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Washington is seeking a full-time Cardiothoracic Surgery Inpatient Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide patient care at the University of Washington Medical Center-Montlake.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, diversity statement, and a current CV electronically through Interfolio at http://https://apply.interfolio.com/144869.

DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Teaching Associate

Full-time, 12-month service period (July 1-June 30)academic position on a yearly appointment and may be reappointed to subsequent annual terms

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Work on a dedicated cardiothoracic inter-professional team with other established APPs, Cardiothoracic surgeons, and Mechanical Circulatory support providers.

Perform minor bedside procedures and wound management as needed

Provide a full spectrum of care for cardiac acute care surgical patients

Participate in the education of nursing staff and surgical residents

Participate in quality improvement projects and process improvement activities for the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Performs other related duties as required

REQUIREMENTS

Current and valid state Registered Nurse Licensure for ARNP or Physician Assistant licensure for PA-C

Graduate Degree from and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or accredited Physician Assistant Program

Nationally certified ARNP/PA with DEA

Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment

Effective interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise in the care of patients undergoing Cardiothoracic Surgical procedures.

ACLS Certification

Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Basic computer knowledge and command of basic personal computer skills

For practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, see the link for additional benefits that may be available at: https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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